University Heights Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
San Diego Zoo
One of the largest zoos in America housing around 4000 creatures, San Diego Zoo offers an enchanting and educational experience for visitors of all ages.
San Diego Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in San Diego Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Diego. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Mission Bay
Mission Bay is San Diego’s vast and beautiful outdoor playground with great weather and calm waters that seem made for watersports.
USS Midway Museum
A popular San Diego attraction where you can get on board the USS Midway and learn more about the realities of Navy life.
Petco Park
Purchase a hot dog and watch the San Diego Padres, California’s southernmost Major League Baseball team, play on their home field.
Mission Beach
A seaside village and a popular spot for holiday-makers for over a century, which today still retains its antique charm.
Activities
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
Our pick of the best University Heights Hotel Deals
Lafayette Hotel & Club
This hotel is really cool, I wish I had stayed longer than one night. Everything was super clean, the staff super nice, and the food and drinks were amazing. Easy check in and check out.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
The Sofia Hotel
The stay was great. It’s a 100 year old building that is very very nice. I liked this place so much I stayed an extra 4 hours.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
did not get information about breakfast, fridge was not working( water was coming out of it) parking was 50 dollars a day. On top of paying 900 for a room for 3 days, my card was charged 605.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Great location and clean hotel.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
We celebrated a birthday here and the hotel staff went out of their way to make it extra special for us. Thank you!!
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
The room was clean. We did have to call for room service. It seems like they don’t do it unless you call. There is also no microwave, which is annoying. But the room was clean and the pool/rec area was nice.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around University Heights
Mission Valley
Known for its stunning beaches and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Mission Valley. Check out top attractions like Mission Valley Mall and Fashion Valley Mall, and jump on the metro at Hazard Center Station or Mission Valley Center Station to see more of the city.
Hillcrest
Visitors to Hillcrest enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Marston House is worth a stop.
North Park
North Park is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like San Diego Zoo and San Diego Natural History Museum if you have time to explore the area.
Linda Vista
When in Linda Vista and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Fashion Valley Mall or Mission Valley Mall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Morena - Linda Vista Station or Tecolote Road Station.
Little Italy
Visitors to Little Italy love its captivating waterfront views, and you can check out Maritime Museum of San Diego and San Diego Bay. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at County Center - Little Italy Station.
Old Town San Diego
The abundant dining options and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Old Town San Diego. A stop by Old Town San Diego State Park or Whaley House Museum might round out your trip.
